Vitus Sentier 29 VR 2018
2018 Mountain
Estimate price |
1,337$
Weight | 12.9 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 130mm -
Fork RockShox Recon Gold RL
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Groupset NX, Race Face -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
MD
167cm - 152cm
LG
177cm - 182cm
XL
188cm - 182cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
6061-T6 Alloy, Mechanicaly formed tripple butted 6061-T6 Alloy, BOOST, 29
Suspension Fork
Rockshox Recon Gold RL, 130mm travel, BOOST
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM NX, 11 speed long cage
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
SRAM NX, 1x11
Cassette
SRAM PG-1130, 11 speed 11-42t
Crank
RACEFACE Aeffect, 170mm, 32t
Bottom Bracket
RACEFACE, (BSA), 73mm
Chain
KMC X11-1, 11 speed
Chain Guide
N/A
Pedals
N/A
Wheels
Front Hub
Novatec, 15x110mm, 32h, 6 bolt
Rear Hub
Novatec, 12x148mm, 32h, 6 bolt
Rims
WTB, TCS, 29
Spokes
Double butted
Tires
Maxxis Minion DHF 29x2.3 3C/EXO/TR (FR) Minion SS 29x2.3 TR/DD (RR), Maxx Terra compound
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT500, 180mm
Brake Levers
Shimano MT500
Cockpit
Stem
Vitus alloy, 50mm
Handlebar
Nukeproof alloy, 25mm rise, S/M-780mm, L/XL-800mm
Headset
FSA, 1 1/8
Seat
Saddle
Nukeproof Neutron
Seatpost
Vitus alloy, 31.6mm, 400mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.5 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.41 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 313 mm | 313 mm | 313 mm |
| Front Center | 729 mm | 750 mm | 776 mm |
| Rake | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm |
| Trail | 117 mm | 118 mm | 118 mm |
| Stack | 640 mm | 650 | 659 mm |
| Reach | 426 mm | 444 mm | 466 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 618 mm | 638 mm | 663 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 432 mm | 483 mm | 520 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 66.5 ° | 66.5 ° | 66.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1159 mm | 1180 mm | 1206 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 61 mm | 61 mm | 61 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 167 cm | 177 cm | 188 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 152 cm | 182 cm | 182 cm |
About this model
Sentier 29 VR is a Vitus Sentier model. Vitus launched 75 bikes of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Vitus Sentier bikes models from 2018, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Vitus Sentier W+ 2018 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 1033$. Vitus Sentier VRX 2018 on the other hand costs 1823$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Trail bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Trail bike is 2762$. However, you could also get a good Trail bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
This bike was released in 2018 and its price was 1215$. Comparing this to the average Trail bike price, we see that the price is 127.33% lower.
Trail bikes average weight
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Trail bike, we get 12.98 kg (28.62 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
Sentier 29 VR weighs 12.9 kg (28.44 lbs) and is slightly lighter than the average. In other words, this model is 0.62% lighter than the average Trail bike.
Sentier 29 VR components
Fork
This bike has the RockShox Recon Gold RL fork installed. The fork’s travel is 130mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Vitus Sentier 29 VR 2018, has a 29″ aluminum model. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the bike itself.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Vitus Sentier 29 VR is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
This bike is available in 3 sizes. They vary from 167 cm – 182 cm (5.48 ft – 5.97 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.